#57 - Matt Williams - Independent War Reporter | Ukraine, Israel & the Future of Global Politics
🎙 In This Explosive Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Matt Williams — better known as Willie Beating Cancer — an independent war reporter and ex-military veteran.
Matt has been on the ground covering global conflict, reporting unfiltered from the Russia–Ukraine war, the Israel–Palestine situation, and other flashpoints around the world. With his military background, including a deployment to Afghanistan, Matt brings a raw, first-hand perspective that cuts through the spin and propaganda.
We dive into:
🇦🇺 What’s really happening here in Australia and why it matters globally
⚔️ Russia & Ukraine — the realities on the ground vs the media narrative
🌍 Israel, Gaza & the Middle East — the truth behind the headlines
📺 How propaganda, censorship, and political agendas shape what we see
🔮 Global politics — and what it all means for Australia’s future
This is a hard-hitting, unfiltered conversation with someone who’s seen the truth first-hand
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#56 - The Honourable Bob Katter - No Fluff, Just Truth About Our Country
🎙 In This Hard-Hitting Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with The Honourable Bob Katter — one of Australia’s most colourful, outspoken, and long-serving politicians.
From decades in Parliament to fighting for rural and regional Australia, Bob has never been afraid to call it how he sees it — and in this raw conversation, he doesn’t hold back.
We dive into:
🌾 Bob’s journey — from his early days in North Queensland to becoming one of the longest-serving MPs in the country
⚡ The state of Australia’s energy and farming sectors — and why everyday Aussies are being left behind
💸 National debt & reckless government spending — and what needs to change before it’s too late
🏛️ The truth about politics, Canberra, and why the major parties are failing Australians
🇦🇺 The future of our country — and what Bob believes we must do to get back on track
This is a raw, unfiltered chat with one of the most straight-talking figures in Australian politics. Whether you agree with him or not, Bob Katter says what a lot of Australians are thinking.
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#55 - Andrew Hastie - From the Battlefield to Parliament — The Future of Australia
🎙 In This Hard-Hitting Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Andrew Hastie — a former SAS Captain turned Federal MP, and one of the sharpest voices in Australia on defence, politics, and national security.
From leading soldiers on the battlefield in Afghanistan to now leading debates in Parliament, Andrew’s story is as tough as it is inspiring — and he doesn’t hold back when it comes to calling out hard truths.
We dive into:
🎖 His journey from the SAS to the Australian Parliament — and the lessons from combat that shaped his politics
⚔️ National security, foreign influence & the growing threat landscape Australia faces
⚡ The energy sector — what went wrong, and how to fix our power future
💸 The national debt, reckless government spending & why the budget is spiralling out of control
🇦🇺 The future of Australia — what needs to change before it’s too late
This is a raw, straight-talking conversation with a bloke who’s seen war, seen politics, and is fighting to make sure Australia is ready for what’s coming.
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#54 - JP Drake - Price Gouging, Debt Crisis & The Fight for Aussie Shoppers
🎙 In This Straight-Talking Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with JP Drake — the powerhouse behind Drakes Supermarkets, Australia’s largest independent grocery chain, known for taking on Coles & Woolies head-on.
From pushing trolleys as a teenager to steering a $1+ billion retail empire, JP’s story is as gritty as it is inspiring — and he’s not afraid to call it exactly how he sees it.
We dive into:
🛒 How he went from “trolley boy” to company director — and the lessons learned along the way
💰 Price gouging by the supermarket giants — and why it’s hurting everyday Aussies
📉 The state of Australia’s cost-of-living crisis, debt blow-out & immigration pressures
📱 Why he’s using social media to fight theft, spark debate & stay connected with shoppers
🏪 The future of independent retail in a country dominated by big players
👨👩👧 The balance between business growth, community impact & family life
This is a raw, no-fluff conversation with a bloke who’s walked the aisles, fought the giants, and built a business on loyalty, grit, and doing what’s right for the customer.
📌 Timestamps for Easy Navigation:
0:00 – Intro
05:00 – JP’s journey from trolley boy to retail boss
20:00 – Price gouging & supermarket competition
40:00 – Australia’s debt, immigration & cost-of-living pressures
1:05:00 – The role of social media in modern business
1:20:00 – Final thoughts
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#53 - Charlie Dixon - Life After Footy & The State of the World
🎙️ In This Candid Episode of the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast, I sit down with Charlie Dixon — one of the AFL’s most recognisable figures, known for his powerhouse presence on the field and his unfiltered honesty off it.
From the highs and lows of professional footy to the moment he decided to step away from the game, Charlie opens up about the mental and physical toll of elite sport — and what life looks like beyond it.
We dive into:
🇦🇺 The state of Australia right now — and what’s really going on beneath the headlines
🌏 The big global issues shaping our future
🏉 What it’s like to walk away from the AFL spotlight
🧠 How shifting gears changed his perspective on success, health, and balance
This is a raw, grounded conversation with a bloke who’s been at the top, made tough calls, and isn’t afraid to speak his mind about the world we’re living in.
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Hosted by Sam Bamford, an Australian Army Combat Veteran and former Paratrooper who deployed to Afghanistan in 2012, the 2 Worlds Collide Podcast is driven by curiosity and a deep interest in people living diverse lives. Sam brings compelling conversations with individuals from various backgrounds, exploring their achievements, challenges, and how a powerful mindset has shaped their journey.
Tune in for motivational stories and inspiring insights as guests share how they’ve turned adversity into advantage. Whether you’re seeking inspiration or looking to learn about the power of resilience, this podcast offers lessons for navigating life’s toughest challenges.
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